Feb 9 · 3 min read · Richard Hovan has been active as a guitarist and composer since the late 1980s in Round Rock, Texas. His work reflects an intimate engagement with the instrument, most often in the context of solo music for guitar that explores the expressive possibi...
Join discussionFeb 2 · 3 min read · Music and songwriting inspire Deep Ellum guitarist Richard Hovan, pairing with exploration of classical repertoire. Motivation and curiosity open the door to hard work. Daily practice comprises structured approaches with playful inclusions. Richard H...
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Oct 1, 2025 · 3 min read · The Impact of Technology on Live Performances Technology has undeniably altered the nature of live concerts. Indeed, the influence of digital technologies continues to infiltrate nearly all modes of listening and consumption. Digital recording techno...
Join discussionSep 30, 2025 · 3 min read · Learning a musical instrument such as piano, cello, guitar, etc. is usually seen as a rewarding hobby, but did you know it can substantially boost your brain power? As per some scientific studies, playing a musical instrument is one of the most lucra...
Join discussionSep 25, 2025 · 4 min read · Healing Power of Music Being the food of love, it is suggested that music can foster love, and thus can repair the wounds inflicted by love. But it is not only the wounds that lovers inflict on one another, and those caused by lovers of individuals. ...
Join discussionSep 23, 2025 · 3 min read · Anyone who has ever tried to learn guitar knows that the path can be long and fraught with challenges. Laid out simply, the basics only seem so difficult. But once you reach the intermediate stage, you start to feel there is really no limit to a guit...
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Sep 12, 2025 · 3 min read · Continuously playing guitar for long time can lead to burnout. Richard Hovan from Round Rock Texas focuses on the effective practices to prevent burnout. Deliberate, focused practice is essential for guitarists who desire to improve quickly and sound...
Join discussionSep 8, 2025 · 4 min read · Mistakes are part of the learning process, they makes the player best. However, understanding how to avoid common blunders can accelerate skill development and reduce frustration. The following is a list of three prevalent errors made by new players,...
Join discussionSep 1, 2025 · 3 min read · The guitar is one of the most highly used instruments in music and is particularly important when it comes to song writing. Guitar-playing techniques influence the writing of songs, says Richard Hovan. Besides simply being a playing or performing tec...
Join discussionAug 26, 2025 · 3 min read · Studying music has helped humans grow for thousands of years. Even today, music is an important part of many people’s lives. This is also a creative outlet. Music can also be a catalyst for personal growth. Music has the power to understand and expr...
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